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Data Management Workshop Series, Part 2

Unlock the power of data mapping with our engaging workshop series designed for anyone eager to use data effectively to make informed decisions and drive impact. Join us to learn about tools, techniques, and applications that bring your data to life.

Intro to Social Explorer for Historical Census Data Mapping and More
Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Registration for online workshop

Attendees will learn how to log into Social Explorer and work with historical U.S. Census data to create swipe maps or side-by-side maps showing change over time. Depending on time and attendee interest, we may also discuss additional data available in Social Explorer and how to layer Social Explorer’s data with data you import.

Data Visualization with Palladio
Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Location: 213 Ellis Library
Registration

Designed to support historical research, Palladio facilitates the analysis of relationships over time and space through the creation of maps, network visualizations, graphs, lists, and galleries. This workshop will provide an overview and opportunity to practice using the software.

Data Visualization with Gephi
Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Location: 213 Ellis Library
Registration

Gephi is an open-source social network visualization platform that can analyze and visualize big network graphs. This workshop will provide an overview and opportunity to practice with a sample data set.